The Principal Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at The Principal Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Graphite Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is £77
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

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A large bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Freshman K

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A large bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Freshman Honors K

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A large bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Sophomore Honors K

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A large bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Junior Honors K

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A large bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Senior K

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A large bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

Senior Honors K

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, and bedside lamps.

Sophomore QQ

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, and bedside lamps.

Sophomore Honors QQ

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, and bedside lamps.

Junior Honors QQ

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, wooden flooring, and bedside lamps.

Senior QQ

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with wooden flooring and plain walls.

Junior Q

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Columbia is home to The Principal Hotel. Missouri Civil War Museum and City Museum are cultural highlights, while Gateway Arch is a notable landmark. Enjoy an event or a match at Arsenal BG Ballpark, and consider making time for St. Louis Zoo—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Visit our Columbia travel guide
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310 S Main St, Columbia, IL, 62236

What's nearby

  • A baseball stadium with a large crowd, a prominent arch structure, and various advertisements.
    Busch Stadium
    18 min drive - 18.3 miles
  • The Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri, with a well-maintained lawn and trees in the foreground.
    Gateway Arch
    18 min drive - 18.6 miles
  • Historic Peterstown House
    10 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Waterloo Town Square
    10 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Arsenal BG Ballpark
    11 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • St. Louis Gateway Station
    23 min drive
  • Belleville, IL (BLV-MidAmerica-St. Louis)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Jimmy John's
    3 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    3 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    11 min walk
  • Top Shooters Sports Bar
    6 min drive

About this property

The Principal Hotel

  • Hotel near River City Casino
  • Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym at The Principal Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Graphite Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and meeting rooms
    • A gift shop, a TV in reception and a water dispenser
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Principal Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
    • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
    • Microwaves, digital channels and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Principal Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Principal Hotel?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Principal Hotel on 26 Oct 2026 start from £77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Principal Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Principal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Principal Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Principal Hotel located?

Situated in Columbia, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Missouri Civil War Museum, River City Casino and Arsenal BG Ballpark. Busch Stadium and City Museum are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Principal Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 448 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 448 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 448 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 448 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 448 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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It was just a beautiful, comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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What a fun place to stay! It is an old Catholic grade school that was turned into a hotel, and was very well done. Rooms are all very new, beds very comfortable and right off main street where you can easily walk to neighborhood restaurants and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cannot recommend this place enough. Great theme, safe, great neighborhood, and the hotel was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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What a cute hotel. It’s been very tastefully designed. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great location and clean rooms. Lots of restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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very neat themed hotel. super clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clever and beautiful use of an old school and church. Everything was excellent. Breakfast at Abbey Cafe was great! Staff was extremely polite and helpful! We are going to visit again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The cutest hotel! Friendly staff and the restaurant there has thee best food! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place to stay. Clean room, comfortable bed, nice decor and friendly staff make this hotel a great choice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean , air was amazing, parking was great, staff was very friendly .Would definitely stay again ….
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The overall theme of the hotel is unique. Based on the property being a former school, all the little details are spot on. Our particular room had a small kitchenette. The whole establishment was very clean, room was spacious, a very comfortable bed and a great shower. We loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Very Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel and nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was very cute and clean. The location was lovely. Room was very spacious. We loved the theming!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Kind and thoughtful staff in this cozy one of a kind hotel. It is adorable and clean. Great price for a great stay. Good parking and cute community surround this gem. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Loved the design concept. Great stay and will be back. Staff was kind and room provided good space.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place - clean and safe! Nice shower!! And so quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Pretty unique building, old school building that's been remodeled. Columbia is such a quiet cool little town also. Lots of restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This property is a very unique place and the area it resides in is very small town feeling. Great comfortable bed, plenty of pillows, and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Hotel was very clean and rooms were spacious.. staff was also very friendly. Only thing is I wished they had a pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great atmosphere. Lobby closes at 11PM and no staff was near the phone so had to wait to get in but someone eventually came. Room was clean and stocked well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Honestly, this was probably one of the best hotels I have stayed at in a long time! The refurbished school items was a neat touch to the hotel! Super clean, also very affordable in a town that’s just amazing! Staff was super helpful and welcoming! I can’t wait for the pool to be finished This will definitely be our hotel when we travel to St. Louis. Only 30-35 mins from the zoo and magic house. I highly recommend this hotel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute hotel in small town with good local restaurants within walking distance. Very clean and neat. Easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place, converted old school. Rooms are modern decor, nice quality. Staff was really friendly. Beautiful little suburban town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026